American Experience Freedom Riders
The story behind civil rights activists who challenged segregation in the American South. Details
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Rides Map
Experience the original 1961 rides with an interactive map.
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Explore the Issues
Read about some of the most important issues of the Civil Rights era.
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Meet the People
Biographies of Freedom Riders, movement leaders, and other figures.
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2011 Freedom Ride Blog
Follow the 2011 Student Freedom Ride through student videos, pictures and essays.
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Episode links
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Previews
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Clinton: American Experience - Preview
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Jesse Owens Preview
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Hoover Dam Preview
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Shorts
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Jesse Owens Behind the Scenes
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Jesse Owens, Chapter 1
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Travel the Panama Canal
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Panama Canal Animation
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Grand Coulee Dam's Open Spillways
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Air Date 04/03/12
Grand Coulee Dam Chapter 1
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